Eagles Owner Jeffrey Lurie Calls on the NFL to Reevaluate Results After Every Eagles Legend Is Left Off the 2026 Hall of Fame List – And the Real Reason Behind Philly Fans’ Outrage

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Today

The Philadelphia Eagles fanbase is in an uproar after the NFL announced the 26 semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026 — and shockingly, not a single Eagles legend made the cut.

Beloved figures such as DeSean Jackson, LeSean McCoy, Malcolm Jenkins, and Brent Celek were all eliminated in the preliminary round. For a franchise rich in iconic moments, championship history, and some of the most dynamic playmakers of the last two decades, a total shutout felt less like an oversight and more like an insult.

Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie wasted no time responding. He publicly urged the NFL to review its selection process, stressing that the complete exclusion of Eagles legends was a glaring sign of imbalance and unfairness.

From deep-threat superstar DeSean Jackson — one of the most electrifying receivers of his era — to LeSean McCoy, the all-time leading rusher in Eagles history, and Malcolm Jenkins, the defensive heart of the Super Bowl LII championship team, Philadelphia’s nominees carried resumes many teams would proudly elevate.

Yet none reached the semifinal stage.

During a closed-door discussion earlier today, Lurie delivered a pointed message that quickly spread across social platforms and lit up sports radio:

“We’re not asking for special treatment. We’re asking for respect. What our legends gave to this franchise — and to the NFL — deserves to be recognized. Having every one of them eliminated is a mistake that should not be ignored, and it’s something the league needs to correct.”

Philly fans, known for being one of the most passionate and fiercely loyal communities in the NFL, erupted instantly. Social media filled with side-by-side stat comparisons, highlight reels, and widespread frustration as supporters argued that the total exclusion of Eagles icons was “unacceptable” and “completely out of touch with reality.”

Even league analysts expressed surprise.
DeSean Jackson was a generational playmaker with some of the most iconic highlights in NFL history.
LeSean McCoy finished with more than 11,000 rushing yards and two Super Bowl rings.
Malcolm Jenkins became a franchise cornerstone and a Super Bowl champion.

Yet all of them were shut out.

For Philadelphia, this controversy is about more than recognition.
It’s about legacy, integrity, and ensuring that players who shaped an era of football receive the acknowledgment they earned on the field.

Lurie and the Eagles organization are not backing down — and according to those close to the situation, this may only be the beginning of the pressure Philly plans to place on the NFL in the coming months.